Gemotions

I felt a sudden, sharp pang of something deep inside, a physical jolt that vibrated through my entire frame. The music seemed to stop, the room fell silent. There he was, by the open bar, laughing with a couple I vaguely recognized. It was him. Daniel.

My mouth went dry. My hands started to tremble. I took a shaky breath, trying to steady myself. The champagne flute felt like a lead weight in my hand.

He turned, and our eyes met. For a moment, time stood still. A ghost of a smile touched his lips.